Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
schilleriana
ID:
231975

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 3: 215 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231306



Common Names

  • Schilleriana Lycaste
  • Schiller's Lycaste
  • Schiller's Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Lycaste hennisiana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Lycaste longisepala C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Lycaste schilleriana lehmannii Regel [unknown]
  • Lycaste schilleriana alba Oakeley [unknown]
  • Lycaste schilleriana rosea Oakeley [unknown]

Description

Lycaste schilleriana (also called Schiller's Lycaste, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It is a medium-sized plant with long, narrow leaves and a single, large, white flower with a yellow lip. It grows in humid forests and is often found in the understory of the rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Lycaste schilleriana is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and homes, as well as for cut flowers. It also has medicinal uses, such as for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lycaste schilleriana is white with a yellow-green lip and has a pleasant fragrance. The seed is round and brown. The seedlings have three, long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycaste schilleriana is a species of orchid native to Central America. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Lycaste schilleriana

Lycaste schilleriana is native to the tropical forests of Mexico and Guatemala.

Lycaste schilleriana FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Lycaste schilleriana?

Lycaste schilleriana prefers temperatures between 60-70°F (15-21°C)

What kind of soil is best for Lycaste schilleriana?

Lycaste schilleriana prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.

How much light does Lycaste schilleriana need?

Lycaste schilleriana prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Lycaste genus

Lycaste aromatica, Lycaste bradeorum, Lycaste brevispatha, Lycaste campbellii, Lycaste cochleata, Lycaste consobrina, Lycaste crinita, Lycaste cruenta, Lycaste deppei, Lycaste dowiana, Lycaste groganii, Lycaste imschootiana, Lycaste lasioglossa, Lycaste leucantha, Lycaste lucianiana, Lycaste luminosa, Lycaste macrobulbon, Lycaste macrophylla, Lycaste michelii, Lycaste powellii, Lycaste schilleriana, Lycaste smeeana, Lycaste suaveolens, Lycaste tricolor, Lycaste virginalis, Lycaste xytriophora, Lycaste measuresiana, Lycaste niesseniae, Lycaste occulta, Lycaste puntarenasensis, Lycaste viridescens, Lycaste xanthocheila, Lycaste guatemalensis, Lycaste cobani, Lycaste daniloi, Lycaste donadrianii, Lycaste fuscina, Lycaste panchita, Lycaste sandrae, Lycaste angelae, Lycaste bruncana, Lycaste panamanensis, Lycaste zacapensis, Lycaste measuresiana, Lycaste sebastianii, Lycaste bermudezii, Lycaste chaconii, Lycaste annakamilae, Lycaste archilae, Lycaste victoriarum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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